Sunday, March 31, 2013

In previous posts we've already taken a look at majolica egg cups and egg baskets but what about eggs themselves? Not a particularly common motif in majolica, eggs have still appeared in various motifs in the majolica body as everything from spoon warmers to pitchers to humidors.

Let's celebrate the Easter/Passover season with a look at eggs in majolica.

Sunday, March 24, 2013

Cobalt blue is certainly the most popular color in majolica. It is popular with both men and women and fits into just about any decor. Its dark shade as a ground color also makes the details in majolica designs pop like no other color. In English majolica it is often paired with turquoise, a greener shade of blue and a color popular in its own right, but it is cobalt more than any other shade that collectors seek.

I have been collecting cobalt majolica for over 25 years. In a large grouping it is stunning. I thought it might be fun to celebrate the majolica glazed in this wonderful color.

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